JOIN A STUDENT ORGANIZATION

Cal State LA is home to over 130 student organizations that represents a variety of student interests and plan hundreds of events each year. The student organizations represents the following themes: academic, cultural, political, professional, religious, spiritual, service, social, and recreational. These groups provide limitless opportunities to achieve an active role on campus and to pursue individual interests. The drop down menus below includes a list of recognized organizations and their mission statements to help you find out more about what these groups have to offer. Finding a student organization that is right for you involves taking risks and trying new things!

Be on the lookout for fliers, banners, or postcards that advertise student group meetings and events. Attending these activities is a great and easy way to start your on-campus involvement.

Visit the Center for Student Involvement where you can find contact and program information for recognized student organizations.

Fill out the Interest Form. Want to learn more about specific clubs or groups? Complete and send the Center for Student Involvement the Interest Form attached and we will forward your questions and information to groups you specify.

American Association of Airport Executives To establish both social and business relationships with people in the fields of airport management and its allied professions.
To establish both social and business relationships with people in the fields of airport management and its allied professions.
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Forensics Speech and DebateTo provide as many varied and meaningful forensic activities as possible to all interested students.
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International Students OrganizationTo promote academic and professional networking among international and all other students. To promote academic involvement of international students toward academic research and knowledge.
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Lobby Day CaucusTo develop students' understanding about Social Work and advocacy in order to promote social change for the betterment of Social Work students, and the community surrounding Social Work and served by Social Workers.
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Student Academy of AudiologyTo inform, educate, and promote students about audiology and other hearing health care professions. As well as the importance of practicing good counseling techniques with hearing impaired individuals and families.
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The Teachers of English to Students of Other LanguagesTo promote social and intellectual interaction and intercultural exchange among students and faculty interested in the teaching of English as a Second or Foreign Language or applied linguistics.

Zeta Beta TauTo develop a strong Brotherhood, high scholastic achievement and social attainment, all within the college community.
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Alpha Phi Sigma, Mu Tau ChapterTo elevate the ethical standards of the criminal justice professions and to sustain in the public mind the benefit and necessity of education and professional training.
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Latin American Studies Society To increase our awareness and actively express solidarity with the people of Latin America and other Third World countries struggling for their liberation and a just society.

Mind Above MinistersTo provide an opportunity for students to get together and have fun while abiding by all established policies of the University.
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American RedcrossTo prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and learn, practice and exemplify humanitarian values through mission-related service projects.
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Global BrigadesTo organize medical and dental brigades to rural communities in developing nations with the goal of ultimately spreading awareness of global health disparities and improving equality of life in those same communities.
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Go PathwaysPurpose of his organization shall be to welcome new incoming students and help them become part of an organization that will together give back to their community. Also to keep the motivated, provide support and make their transition less overwhelming.

Health Careers Advisement OfficeWe aim to provide healthcare education, improved access to healthcare resources, and higher education mentorship to medically underserved communities in the greater Los Angeles area and to diversify health professions schools with students from a variety of backgrounds.
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Cal State LA VegTo bring vegetarians, vegans, plant-based, and any other students interested together in a community. To offer animal-friendly activities, meetings ad events. Raise awareness for animal rights related issues and to work to get more vegan options on campus
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Coding Club

Eagle Jiu-JitsuLearn and share knowledge of Jiu-Jitsu, to practice Jiu-Jitsu, to go and witness Jiu-jitsu at Jiu-jitsu events, and to spread the love and joy of Jiu-jitsu.
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Super Smash BrosTo bring together Cal State LA and non Cal State LA members who enjoy playing any official or nonofficial Super Smash Bros. series, competitively and non-competitively
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HOW TO START A NEW STUDENT ORGANIZATION

Starting a new student club or organization at Cal State LA not only adds to the variety of communities available on campus but is also easy to do! This page contains the forms and information you will need to successfully complete the New Student Organization Recognition process. It is through student organizations that Cal State LA’s spirit and traditions are created and preserved. Thank you for taking the initiative to begin a new student organization!

Any time throughout the process you need assistance with your organization, please contact us at (323) 343-5110, or come by the Center for Student Involvement office, located in the University-Student Union, Room 204

A completed Student Organization Roster with the names of at least five currently enrolled California State University, Los Angeles students who are, or have stated in writing an intent to be, members of your organization (in blue or black ink only).

A completed Student Organization Officer Information Form with the names and the contact information of at least five officers. All officers of the new organization must be currently enrolled or continuing Cal State LA students, in good standing at the University, with a Cal State LA cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher. Please complete this form online, print, and have all officers and advisors sign this form prior to submitting it to CSI.

Club Presidents and Treasurers must also meet the following requirements:

All candidate (new) and incumbent (returning) officers of the organization must meet the following minimum eligibility requirements established for Minor Student Representatives Student Officers per CSU Executive Order 1068 and AP 802.

Minimum Academic Qualifications:

Must be matriculated and enrolled.

Must be in good standing and not on probation of any kind.

Undergraduate students must maintain a miniumum overall 2.0 grade point average each semester.

Graduate Students must maintain a minimum 3.0 grade point average each term to be considered in good standing.

Incumbent Unit Load:

Undergraduate students must earn six(6) semester units per term while holding office. Graduate and credential students must earn three (3) semester units per term while holding office.

Incumbent Maximum Allowable Units:

Undergraduate students are allowed to earn a maximum of 150 semester units or 125 percent of the units required for a specific baccalaureate degree objective, whichever is greater. Graduate and credential students are allowed to earn a maximum of 50 semester units or 167 percent of the units required for the graduate or credential objective, whichever is greater.

Students holding more than this number of units are ineligible for minor student government office.

Signed Standards for Student Conduct: Hazing and Non Discrimination section (included on the Student Organization Officer Information Form) that affirm that the organization members will not haze, or restrict membership on the basis of race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, color, age, gender, gender identification, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, political affiliation, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information,covered veteran status, or any other classification that precludes a person from consideration as an individual. (Note: Social fraternities and sororities are exempt from membership practices based on gender under the provisions of Section 86.14 of Title IX, United States Code).

Presidents must initial the ORGANIZATION HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT section to acknowledge they have been directed to the electronic PDF format of the CSI Student Organization Handbook on-line through the CSI website and that it is the responsibility of its officers and group members to read, understand, and comply with the policies and procedures and any revisions made to the handbook.

All student organization officers and advisors must also review and sign the Cal State LA ALCOHOL PROCEDURES & PREVENTION RESOURCES form.

The Center for Student Involvement will conduct eligibility verification for president and treasurer positions each semester in collaboration with the University Registrar's office.

A copy of the Constitution and By-laws of any parent organization with which your organization is affiliated, including any group that assists your organization financially or who has authority over your organization in any way must also be submitted to CSI.

Cal State LA fraternities and sororities seeking or maintaining university recognition will be required to send 100% of their members to attend a Sexual Violence Prevention & Resources Training (SVPT) during the academic year. Non-Greek clubs and organizations will be required to send at least two (2) members to SVPT prior to registering and holding authorized events with alcohol or at venues where is alcohol is served. For more information on the dates and to RSVP please contact CSI at 323-343-5110.

MAINTAINING UNIVERSITY RECOGNITION

YOUR ORGANIZATION MUST:

File a new Student Organization Officer Information Form

At the beginning of the fall semester and at any time your organization elects new officers. All officers listed on the Student Organization Officer Information Form must be currently enrolled or continuing California State University, Los Angeles students, in good standing(2.00 GPA or higher).

Attend the Required Student Organization Meeting

Two members of the organization must attend the entire meeting Conducted by the Center for Student Involvement each semester (except summer).

Report any revision

Change of the name, constitution and by-laws, or new officers of your organization to CSI. All revisions and changes must be made in accordance with the procedures prescribed within your existing constitution and by-laws.

Follow all University rules and policies

Attend the Sexual Violence Prevention and Resources Training

Cal State LA fraternities and sororities seeking or maintaining university recognition will be required to send 100% of their members to attend a Sexual Violence Prevention & Resources Training (SVPT) during the academic year. Non-Greek clubs and organizations will be required to send at least two (2) members to SVPT prior to registering and holding authorized events with alcohol or at venues where is alcohol is served. For more information on the dates and to RSVP please contact CSI at 323-343-5110.

Club Presidents and Treasurers must also meet the following requirements:

Minimum Academic Qualifications

Students must be matriculated and enrolled at a CSU campus and maintain a minimum overall 2.0 grade point average each term. The student must be in good standing and must not be on probation of any kind.

Incumbent Unit Load

This requires undergraduate students to earn six semester units per term while holding office. Graduate and credential students must earn three semester units per term while holding office.

Incumbent Maximum Allowable Units

Undergraduate students are allowed to earn a maximum of 150 semester units or 125 percent of the units required for a specific baccalaureate degree objective, whichever is greater. Graduate and credential students are allowed to earn a maximum of 50 semester units or 167 percent of the units required for the graduate or credential objective, whichever is greater. Students holding more than this number of units will no longer be eligible for minor student government office.

STANDARDS FOR STUDENT CONDUCT: HAZING AND NON DISCRIMINATION

This section (included on the Student Organization Officer Information Form) affirms that the organization members will not haze, or restrict membership on the basis of race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, color, age, gender, gender identification, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, political affiliation, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other classification that precludes a person from consideration as an individual.(Note: Social fraternities and sororities are exempt from membership practices based on gender under the provisions of Section 86.14 of Title IX, United States Code).

ORGANIZATION HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Presidents must initial the section to acknowledge they have been directed to the electronic PDF format of the CSI Student Organization Handbook on-line through the CSI website and that it is the responsibility of its officers and group members to read, understand, and comply with the policies and procedures and any revisions made to the handbook.

Use of certain University facilities at no cost (i.e. classroom space and walkway tables).

Eligibility for organization website.

Access to Advisor resources.

Access to publicize events on the Student Organization Calendar of Events Weekly E-mail.

Access to information on retreat planning, team builders, enhancing communication skills, officer transitions, and other organizational topics within the resource library.

Use of an organization mailbox located in the University-Student Union.

Use of flyer posting areas of the University for the purpose of publicizing organization events.

Use of audiovisual equipment on-campus.

Ability to request funding from the Associated Students, Inc.

Assistance from the CSI staff to help the organization function effectively through advisement, program planning, and leadership training.

Eligibility to open a Cal State LA Student Organization Account through the University-Student Union.

Policies and procedures articulated on this page are accurate at the time of publication and, however, are subject to change throughout the academic year. Student organizations will be notified of policy changes in a timely manner.